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Process Technicians brochure

PROGRAM CONTACTS
John Koepke, JJC
(815) 280-2611

Jerry Caamano, TRMA
(815) 727-4609

What is Process Technology?

Process industries include oil refineries, chemical manufacturers, food processors, and the power generating industry. They make up the largest segment of the manufacturing base in Will and Grundy counties.

How Much Can I Expect to Earn?

Entry level technicians can expect to earn $40,000 plus per year. Experienced personnel average over $80,000 annually with excellent comprehensive benefits.

Where Are The Jobs?

Over the next five years, area industry will experience a loss of over 40 percent of their existing workforce due to retirement. This maturing of the workforce will create over 100 annual openings at our top manufacturing plants for qualified operators and instrumentation technicians.

To sign-up for classes:

1. Visit the "New Student Checklist"
2. Complete an application
• All students applying for scholarships must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
  
  PROCESS OPERATIONS TECHNOLOGY SCHOLARSHIP - Application
  Print and complete application above and mail to the
  Joliet Junior College Financial Aid Office
  1215 Houbolt Road
  Joliet IL 60431-8938
3. Arrange to take the Compass Test
4. Sign-up for the class schedule.
• Day Class 12:00P - 1:50P
• Evening Class 6:00P - 9:40P
  Mail to: Joliet Junior College Technical Department
  John Koepke
  1215 Houbolt Road
  Joliet IL 60431-8938

Enter the Process Technology industry with a two-year degree from Joliet Junior College

Joliet Junior College has developed a new associate degree in applied science to address the needs of the process industries.

The new program consists of 64 credit hours which include courses in physics, chemistry, and technical math, as well as, courses in computer software packages, safety, HAZMAT, and electrical wiring and circuit design. Additionally, seven new courses were developed specifically for this degree. The new courses focus on mechanical skills, equipment and systems, quality, and operations and process troubleshooting.

This industry supported A.A.S. degree program will prepare you for a career in the process industries.